Schroders has appointed Rachael Dowers as Institutional PR Manager, joining its in-house media relations team. Rachael will be based at the Schroders’ head office in London, reporting to Andy Pearce, Head of Media Relations for the firm. Rachael will be responsible for communicating Schroder’s Institutional product offering and expertise to the media, showcasing the importance of this distribution channel to the firm. She will also be developing and executing PR activity for Schroders Capital, the private assets arm.
Prior to joining Schroders, Rachael spent six years of her career at Federated Hermes Limited, most recently as Corporate Communications Associate Director. She held a multi-faceted role setting the global media strategy for a range of investment teams and leading PR activity across the UK, Spain and Asia Pacific. Rachael also previously worked in the Communications team at Jupiter Asset Management.
Peter Beckett, Chief Operating Officer, Marketing and Product, commented:
“Rachael’s understanding of the global media landscape and news agenda will be key in shaping our communications strategy for the firm. She is highly-regarded by her peers and has carved a name for herself in the sustainable investment communications space. She will be a great asset to the team and we look forward to working with her.”